poor durability

[pʊr ˈdʊrəˌbɪləti]
noun phrase
baixa durabilidade
1. The quality of something not lasting long or being easily damaged; lack of longevity or resilience
The phone's poor durability was evident after it cracked from a minor drop.
A baixa durabilidade do telefone ficou evidente depois que rachou com uma queda leve.
2. Inadequate resistance to wear, weathering, or deterioration over time
The poor durability of the fabric made it unsuitable for outdoor use.
A baixa durabilidade do tecido o tornou inadequado para uso ao ar livre.
In Brazil, this term is commonly used in consumer reviews and product quality discussions. It reflects growing consumer awareness of product quality and sustainability. In the USA, the concept relates to consumer protection and warranty discussions. Both cultures use this phrase extensively in e-commerce reviews and quality assurance contexts.
NYC Slang
falls apart quick; doesn't hold up
Synonyms / Sinônimos
lack of durabilitylow durabilityweak durabilityshort lifespanfragility
Antonyms / Antônimos
high durabilityexcellent durabilitylongevityresiliencerobustness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
baixa durabilidade
Most common and standard usage
São Paulo
pouca durabilidade
Alternative form, equally acceptable
Portugal
fraca durabilidade
Portuguese variant, uses 'fraca' instead of 'baixa'

Related Words

durabilitywear and tearlifespandeteriorationreliabilityquality

Related Idioms & Phrases

built to break
doesn't stand the test of time
falls apart at the seams
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